The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has cleared only two political associations — the African Alliance Party (AAP) and the Democratic Leadership Alliance (DLA) — for the final stage of political party registration. In June 2025, INEC announced that it had received letters of intent from 110 associations seeking registration as political parties. By early…
Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, Taiwo Oyedele, has stated that President Bola Tinubu lacks the constitutional authority to suspend the newly enacted tax laws. Oyedele made this position clear amid growing calls for the Federal Government to halt the implementation of the laws following controversies surrounding their passage and…
Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, has condemned the alleged Christian genocide in Nigeria, describing it as unacceptable. In his Christmas message on Wednesday, Netanyahu emphasised that attacks against Christians or members of any religion cannot be tolerated, urging an end to the alleged militant displacement and violence against Christians in Nigeria. He also highlighted Israel…
The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has said corruption continues to obscure Nigeria’s abundant blessings and hinder the country from realising its full potential. Olukoyede made the statement in Abuja on Wednesday while delivering his Christmas message to Nigerians, urging citizens to unite against corruption as a pathway to…
It is deeply troubling and frankly regrettable that representation in Egbeda/Ona Ara Federal Constituency has been reduced to a once-a-year appearance, timed conveniently with Christmas and New Year celebrations. The recent announcement of a ₦20 million donation by Akin Alabi, the Honourable Member representing the constituency at the National Assembly again exposes a recurring pattern…
The lawmaker representing Ibadan North Constituency 1, Hon. Olufunke Comforter Adeniyi Olajide, has described the leadership and service of the Oyo State Governor as quintessential and deeply committed to the welfare of the people of Oyo State. Hon. Comforter made this statement while extending her congratulatory wishes to the Executive Governor of Oyo State, His…
The lawmaker representing Ibadan North Constituency 1, Hon. Olufunke Comforter Adeniyi Olajide, has congratulated Christians across Oyo State and Nigeria as they commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ, describing Christmas as a reflection of God’s love, humility, and sacrifice for humanity through Jesus. Hon. Comforter made the statement available to the press during her Christmas…
Renowned Islamic scholar, Ahmad Gumi, has instituted a criminal case against two Facebook users at the Chief Magistrate Court in Kaduna State over alleged criminal conspiracy and defamatory publications made in his name. The suit, numbered KMD/685/25 and filed on Wednesday, lists George Udom and Bello Isiaka as defendants, with Mr Gumi as the complainant….
Chelsea manager, Enzo Maresca, has claimed his team will not win the Premier League if they fail to find consistency. Maresca was speaking to journalists ahead of this fixture against Aston Villa this weekend. The Blues go into the game seven points behind Unai Emery’s men, who occupy third spot. Chelsea have not picked up…
Hon. Sulaimon Musa Olalekan, the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Community Engagement, has extended warm Christmas greetings to His Excellency, Governor Ademola Adeleke, and the entire people of Osun State. In his Christmas message, Hon. Sulaimon described the season as a profound reminder of love, peace, sacrifice, and renewed hope, values which,…
